Children ServicesHealthy Families is a free and voluntary home visiting program. It is for expecting parents. It is also for parents who have a newborn baby younger than three months of age. The services can be provided from three to five years. The length of the program depends on the needs and goals of the family. Please call or visit the website for more information.
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The Home Free Program helps runaway, homeless, and exploited youth. Eligibility and restrictions apply. Please call or visit the website for more information.
24/7 Toll Free: 800.786.2929 (800.RUNAWAY)
Provided for students grades K-12. Florida Virtual School is an accredited school. It is also free to Florida students.
FSYR offers a summer camp for youth ages 10-15. Kids can take part in many fun activities such as canoeing, archery and swimming. They have the chance to build teamwork and peer communication skills. They can also enjoy the tranquil outdoors. Campers will have the chance to interact with law enforcement personnel and volunteers and learn other social skills. Please see the website for more information.
This program helps babies up to one year old. They give families in need items for babies. These items help to keep them clean, comfortable, and safe. This is offered in all four of the Catholic Charities of Northwest Florida's offices. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Big Bend helps children realize their potential and build their futures. They help develop positive relationships that have a long-lasting effect on the lives of young people. The program is available to children from ages 5 to 18. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
FSYR offers a summer camp for youth ages 10-15. Kids can take part in many fun activities such as canoeing, archery and swimming. They have the chance to build teamwork and peer communication skills. They can also enjoy the tranquil outdoors. Campers will have the chance to interact with law enforcement personnel and volunteers and learn other social skills. Please see the website for more information.
This group offers the Pathway to Hope program. It is targeted towards families with children. The program helps families find a path out of poverty. Please call or visit the website for more information.
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The Center provides Pediatric care. They provide complete care for infants, children and teens. They help the uninsured and persons who are homeless. Call for an appointment.
Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
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Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches offers residential care to children in need. It runs several child-care campuses throughout the state. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
